Soportújar: Centro Budista O Sel Ling, la Atalaya, Acequía Almiar

The hike starts near Centro Budista O Sel Ling. First, we follow a narrow path and a slightly overgrown trail, carefully crossing the slope and passing the Barranco de la Cueva. On the other side, the path pleasantly descends toward the Soprtujar forest house. At a junction, we take the right-hand path. Soon a steep ascent begins, turning into a trail, with stunning views over the Valle del Río Chico and Pico del Caballo.

The path leads to the Sendero Sulayr, where we turn left toward the Área Recreativa de Puente Palo. After a short stop, we return along the trail. At the junction to Capileira, we follow the Acequia del Almiar and later reach the Balsa del Almiar. Then the path descends via a firebreak, offering views of the Sierra Nevada and the Pueblos del Poqueira.

We pass the caseta de vigilancia and briefly talk to the ranger about this valuable natural area. Then we descend back, in silence and respect, to the starting point. A beautiful route that I will definitely repeat in autumn with a different starting point.

If the hike is too long or difficult, about 2 km can be shortened halfway.